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Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited institution at Yonsei University, handling 1.6 million outpatient visits annually. Their vascular specialists provide EVLA (endovenous laser ablation) as part of comprehensive cardiovascular services.
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Seoul National University Hospital is where the President of South Korea receives treatment. Fully digital since 2004, it has the highest cancer treatment stats in the country. Best known for neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, and organ transplants.
The doctor is an expert in oncoplastic surgery and breast cancer, with extensive experience from prestigious institutions. The doctor holds an M.D. degree from Seoul National University College of Medicine and an M.S. degree in Surgery from the same institution. Additionally, the doctor earned a B.S. in biological sciences from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and a Ph.D. in Surgery from Seoul National University Graduate School.
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The procedure employs laser heat to close off faulty veins, a minimally invasive process, offering quicker recovery.
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